McKesson is in the business of better health and we touch the lives of patients in virtually every aspect of healthcare. We partner with payors, hospitals, physician offices, pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies and others across the spectrum of care to build healthier organizations that deliver better care to patients in every setting. We believe in the importance of strong, vital organizations because we know that patients can only be healthy when our system is healthy.

Every single McKesson employee contributes to our mission—by joining McKesson you act as a catalyst in a chain of events that helps millions of people all over the globe. Talented, compassionate people are the future of our company—and of healthcare. At McKesson, you’ll collaborate on the products and solutions that help us carry out our mission to improve lives and advance healthcare. Working here is your opportunity to shape an industry that’s vital to us all.

We understand the importance of a system that works together. Your expertise, drive and passion can help us improve everything we touch, from providers to payors to pharmacies. Join our team of leaders to begin a rewarding career.

Wherever you contribute here at McKesson, you will have the ability to make a real impact in the lives of others.

Current Need

McKesson’s Corporate Legal Department is seeking a commercial counsel generalist with healthcare industry experience to advise McKesson’s US Pharmaceutical drug wholesale business (US Pharmaceutical), which is a division of McKesson’s Distribution Solutions Business. US Pharmaceutical delivers pharmaceutical products and business services to retail pharmacies and institutional health system providers throughout North America and internationally.

The primary responsibility of this position will be to support the US Pharmaceutical Health Systems Segment (MHS), which is comprised of community hospitals, academic medical centers and health systems, long term care facilities, government agencies and other providers. Responsibilities will further include serving as business unit general counsel for two subsidiaries providing consulting services, GPO services and IT products to US Pharmaceutical customers. The preferred location for this position is Atlanta (North Druid Hills), GA, with some flexibility for qualified candidates in San Francisco.

Position Description

At the direction of the Chief Counsel, MHS, the lawyer will provide legal support for a variety of US Pharmaceutical product offerings. Responsibilities will include the following:

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and the desire to work in a collaborative environment on a team of high-performing legal professionals.

Additional Knowledge & Skills

Experience with healthcare regulations strongly preferred

Experience with government, state, local entity contracting preferred

Blend of law firm and in-house experience preferred

Education

Juris Doctor degree with excellent academic credentials.

Member of a state bar in good standing.

Physical

General office demands.

Benefits & Company Statement

McKesson believes superior performance – individual and team – that helps us drive innovations and solutions to promote better health should be recognized and rewarded. We provide a competitive compensation program to attract, retain and motivate a high-performance workforce, and it’s flexible enough to meet the different needs of our diverse employee population.

Every single McKesson employee contributes to our mission—whatever your title, whatever your role, you act as a catalyst in a chain of events that helps millions of people all over the globe. Talented, compassionate people are the future of our company—and of healthcare. At McKesson, you’ll collaborate on the products and solutions that help us carry out our mission to improve lives and advance healthcare. Working here is your opportunity to shape an industry that’s vital to us all.

McKesson is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities. Qualified applicants will not be disqualified from consideration for employment based upon criminal history.

As an equal opportunity employer, McKesson Corporation unites the talents and contributions of all to advance the power of healthcare. Learn more about our opportunities at www.mckesson.com/careers